Academic Tutor

Lamwork; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Lamwork is seeking an Academic Tutor to enhance student performance in subjects like mathematics and English. The role demands creating personalized lesson plans and conducting one-on-one tutoring sessions. The ideal candidate will monitor progress, keep parents informed, and maintain program records. A combination of hard and soft skills, such as communication and lesson planning, is essential for success in this role.

Competitive salary based on the U.S. median for Academic Tutors, recognizing varying compensation based on program type and subject specialization.

Qualifications

• Strong background in K-12 education, preferably with instructional experience.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for effective communication with students and parents.
• Ability to design customized lesson plans for different learning profiles.

Responsibilities

• Design session-by-session lesson plans aligned with grade-level standards.
• Deliver one-on-one and small-group tutoring sessions.
• Monitor and document student progress consistently.
• Communicate updates to parents and teachers.
• Maintain accurate program records.

Skills

Lesson Planning

Progress Monitoring

Differentiated Instruction

Communication

Adaptability

Education

TESOL Certificate

Paraprofessional Certification

Reading Specialist Endorsement

Tools

Google Classroom

Job description

Academic Tutor Overview

Academic Tutor exists to close the gap between classroom instruction and individual student mastery, working with K-12 students who are not yet meeting grade-level benchmarks in subjects such as mathematics and English Language Arts. Day-to-day tasks include delivering one‑on‑one and small‑group sessions, building individualized lesson plans, documenting student progress, and keeping parents and program staff informed throughout the engagement.

Responsibilities

• Design session-by-session lesson plans aligned with grade-level standards and each student's individualized learning profile.
• Deliver one‑on‑one and small‑group tutoring sessions that advance student proficiency in core academic subjects.
• Monitor student progress across an assigned caseload, recording successes and learning gaps in program tracking systems after every session.
• Communicate attendance, performance, and participation updates to parents, teachers, and program coordinators on a consistent schedule.
• Coordinate program records by maintaining accurate enrollment logs, session documentation, and data entries within the program management system.

Required Skills

According to Lamwork's job market data, Academic Tutors are expected to bring a well‑rounded combination of instructional and interpersonal capabilities to the role.

Hard Skills: Lesson Planning, Progress Monitoring, Differentiated Instruction, Student Assessment, Learning Management Systems (Google Classroom, program portals)

Soft Skills: Communication, Adaptability, Patience, Organization, Collaboration

Career Progression

Typical Career Progression for an Academic Tutor:

• Junior Academic Tutor
• Academic Tutor
• Senior Academic Tutor
• Learning Specialist / Instructional Coach

Reaching senior‑level status typically takes five to seven years of consistent performance with documented student outcomes. Advancement is driven primarily by demonstrated gains in student benchmark attainment, experience with diverse learner populations, and the development of specializations such as English Language Learner support or special education intervention.

Certifications

• TESOL Certificate (TESOL) – Strengthens ability to support English Language Learner caseloads
• Paraprofessional Certification (varies by state) – Required or preferred for school‑site tutoring roles
• Reading Specialist Endorsement (RSE) – Signals advanced competency in literacy intervention
• CPR/First Aid Certification – Required by many community programs and school‑site employers

Salary

The median Academic Tutor salary in the United States is $40,090 per year, according to the most recent data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay for this role varies considerably based on whether the position is part-time or full-time, the type of program – nonprofit community‑based versus school‑district‑funded versus private tutoring company – and the subject specialization, with STEM and test‑preparation specialists typically commanding higher rates.